RandyA Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Without going into detail embarassing myself with "how" it happened, let's just say that there are a lot of places on a HDT where one has no business sticking a finer or hand. Heavy parts, close quarters, high torque air tools, etc. all pose a risk - even when you think you are following safe and sensible practices. This happened 3 weeks ago. End of little finger pretty much hamburger. Bone broken above kunckle. A trip to the local ER, 21 stiches. Billing to my insurance is currently enough to buy a full set of new Michelin tires. Pretty much puts an end to doing anything mechanical due to loss of use of left hand. Visit to the hand doctor today and x-ray showed bone not fusing. Now, scheduled for sugery next week to put a pin in. The thing husrts constantly. Care will have to be transfered to a doctor in Orlando after Christmas as we are NOT canceling our annual winter trek South. Be careful, this isn't my idea of having fun. Randy, Nancy and Oscar "The Great White" - 2004 Volvo VNL670, D12, 10-speed, converted to single axle pulling a Keystone Cambridge 5th wheel, 40', 4 slides and about 19,000# with empty tanks. ARS - WB4BZX, Electrical Engineer, Master Electrician, D.Ed., Professor Emeritus - Happily Retired! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Randy, sorry to hear that! It is a good message to all though. We can get hurt by these beasts, or the tools it takes to work on them. Be careful guys! Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spindrift Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Very sorry to hear as I've felt your pain. Do whatever you can to keep that hand as high as possible. Don't know what it is about fingers, but the throbbing pain you can feel from a beating heart can ruin your day. 2012 F350 KR CC DRW w/ some stuff 2019 Arctic Fox 32-5MCindy and Tom, Kasey and Maggie (our Newfie and Berner) Oh...I forgot the five kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoDirectionHome Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 but the throbbing pain you can feel from a beating heart can ruin your day. The lack of pain from a non beating heart can kill your day. "There are No Experts, Do the Math!" 2014 Freightliner Cascadia DD16 600hp 1850ft-lb 18spd 3.31 260"wb SpaceCraft S-470 SKP #131740 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hone eagle Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Kinda makes up for the time you hurt Nancy eh? karma Take care of that, I hate that heartbeat end of finger pain. 2005 volvo 670 freedomline singledNewmar Torrey Pine 34rskswoot woot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 I want to hear the back-story. Could be a good safety meeting topic. I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad & Jacolyn Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Randy I'm sorry to hear and see your mishap. I can really feel for you and understand the throbbing because I had a saw kickback once and put lots of stiches on the end of my middle finger. Brad Brad and Jacolyn Tucker the Wonder dog and Brynn the Norfolk Terrier 2009 Smart "Joy" 2004 VNL630 "Vonda the Volvo" 2008 Hitch Hiker 35 CK Champagne Edition VED12 465 HP, Freedomline, 3.73 ratio, WB 218" Fulltiming and loving it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkoenig24 Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Ouch! I hope you feel better soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollytrolley Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Randy.... Ouch.....it hurts to just look at the pic........Hope the surgery helps get you on the mend.... When I was about 20-something I put the same darn little pinking in a rather "dumb-spot" on a BIG milling machine and.......it cleaved the pinky off so fast and clean that I honestly did not feel it at first........ When I did retrieve the pinky it would plug right onto the "stub' and the bleeding would stop but I could not drive to the doc and drive so I took a clean shop rag and a bunch of safety-wire and wired it back on pretty well........ When I arrived at the ER a very young Dr complemented my on the nice "clean-cut-off" I had done to my pinky........I said "Oh thanks doc, to tell you the truth it does not hurt all that bad .....sorta a dull ache..." Doc said, "Oh don't worry, even with a clean cut like this............it will likely take many years for the nerves to heal enough so that the finger will not be painful when it gets cold"...................It "only" took EIGHT years to stop aching when it was cold......... Get well...... Drive on.........(be careful where you put the ..........pinky's) 97 Freightshaker Century Cummins M11-370 / 1350 /10 spd / 3:08 /tandem/ 20ft Garage/ 30 ft Curtis Dune toybox with a removable horse-haul-module to transport Dolly-The-Painthorse to horse camps and trail heads all over the Western U S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Sorry bout your accident. Hopefully bone will go to union. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick & Alana Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Sorry about your accident. Reminds me of years ago a company I worked for a company that had 8 independent heavy duty shops, one day we got a call to gather all the mechanics for a conferance call. Call was very short and to the point. Owner got on the phone and stated " I am not paying for any more Fing fingers! Obviously he had purchased a few and was done. Rick and Alana Fulltimers 2018 Newmar Ventana 4037 2020 Jeep Gladiator 1997 Jeep TJ 2009 Mobile Suites 36RSSB3 formerly owned 2000 Volvo 770, 600 Cummins ISX,18 speed autoshift, 14 foot "garage" ET,Jackalopee,MaxBrake,Pressure Pro pro www.rickandalanasgreatadventures.blogspot.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billr Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Ouch? Just healing a finger caught on a wood splitter. Late Sept. 22T no place for fingers. Surgery in mid Oct too. Yuk. Headed south Nov 1. Good luck with the repairs and safe trip south. I know what your dealing with. Bill and Joan and 3 Collie pups 2001 Volvo VNL 770 "The Doghouse" Singled short, "ET" hItch VED12 465HP Gen 1 Autoshift 3.58 ratio 2005 Mobile Suite 38RL3 2011 Smart Passion loaded piggybacK Weigh-It Portable RV Scales http://www.weighitrv.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lappir Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Not a fun injury and will take quite some time to get back to normal. One thing that will ease the discomfort is elevation. Keep your hand above your heart as much as possible. Especially for a few days following your planned surgery. Cold application for 24 to 48 hours following surgery but you could use warm applications now if you like. Will stimulate blood flow to the area. You have kept it covered a lot since the injury. If you can keep it clean and out in the air a little to allow it to dry out some it will feel better too. Keep a close eye for infection. At first sign make sure your Dr. knows and is able to treat. Most likely you have been on an antibiotic but you still need to be very careful. Make sure everyone who touches the wound has washed their hands in your presence and then put on their gloves. If they walk in with gloves on ask them to take them off and wash. May sound extreme but you really don't want an infection. Good luck with the healing. Rod White 2000/2010Volvo VNL 770 with 7' Drom box with opposing doors, JOST slider hitch. 600 HP Cummins Signature 18 Speed three pedal auto shift. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross retired to a sticks and bricks garage. Brought out of storage the summer of 2022 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport S Two door hard top. 2007 Honda GL 1800 2013 Space Craft Mfg S420 Custom built Toyhauler The Gold Volvo is still running and being emptied in July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sclord2002 Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Randy....your finger looks like it got caught in a zig zag sewing machine.....for several back and forth cycles..... ouch !! I am sorry to hear about the complications but glad that you will still be headed to Florida. Hope the healing process speeds up and the pain subsides. We will mix up some pain relieving oral medications to help ease your pain and make the recuperation a dull, faint memory. [ Note to self...be sure blender and plenty of Tequila is in camper ]. I'll ask Ray to bring some of his "first aid kit in a mason jar", as it is suitable for external and internal application. I will be glad to help by administering ample doses of medication as needed or seen fit. You can just call me the medication specialist and know that I am willing to work overtime to make your trip more enjoyable. Looking forward to seeing you, Nancy and Oscar in Florida. Be Safe [too late], Charlie Don't ever tell a soldier that he doesn't understand the cost of war. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Dreamer Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Sorry to hear about the injury, hope it heals quickly and correctly. Would gloves have helped for some of the injury? 2005 Freightliner Century S/T, Singled, Air ride ET Jr. hitch 2019 46'+ Dune Sport Man Cave custom 5th wheel toy hauler Owner of the 1978 Custom Van "Star Dreamer" which might be seen at a local car show near you! Check out http://www.hhrvresource.com/ for much more info on HDT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Oh my. Just the picture makes my eyes water. Today's impact wrenches can make bad things happen QUICKLY. First time i used my Milwaukee cordless I got reminded I'm not as strong, or as quick, as I used to be. And I agree a safety reminder, from someone we all regard as careful, would be a good thing. KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted December 5, 2015 Report Share Posted December 5, 2015 OUCH! Keep it elevated, etc.... I made 5 fingers into 6 once. Had a resaw blade (wide bandsaw blade) snap. When it whipped back it not so nicely, it split my right ring finger up to the second knuckle. Shop rag and electrical tape got us to the ER without spilling a drop in a white interior Mustang... Heal well, and try to stay safe this holiday season! Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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adept99 Posted December 5, 2015 Report Share Posted December 5, 2015 While I'm sorry you are on the injured reserve list, I'm really glad that your thumb and index finger were not directly involved which would have had a significant effect on your wire wiggling capabilities. Seriously, glad you're (sorta) OK. Hope you can make it to ECR this year. Paul & Paula Paul & Paula + Daisy the amazing wiggle worm dog... 2001 Volvo 770 Autoshift, Singled, w/ Aluminum Bed - Toy Draggin 2013 395AMP XLR Thunderbolt Toy Hauler 2013 Smart Passion 2012 CanAm Spyder RT 2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblr Posted December 5, 2015 Report Share Posted December 5, 2015 WOW!!! No story to add just hope the healing process goes well and enjoy your trip south. 2017 River Stone Legacy 38MB 2001 T2000 Kenworth 2009 Smart Passion ET Junior hitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrknrvr Posted December 5, 2015 Report Share Posted December 5, 2015 That looks bad enough that my computer hurts. Vern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted December 5, 2015 Report Share Posted December 5, 2015 That looks bad enough that my computer hurts. Vern I think we have a new champion in the "Smarta$$ comment" competition. That's just too funny. KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyA Posted December 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2015 Billr - I was wondering if you were actually splitting wood or using the machine as a bearing press. A log splitter with some custom blocks works realgood as a press.Brad, Roger - you guys are 100% right on the discomfort and care. Can't do the Oxycodone or even Hydrocodone for pain. Side effects are worse than the finger pain. Tramadol and Naproxin Sodium are as strong as I can go and still be coherent.Paul, no trouble jiggling wires but picking my nose is difficult. I now have to use my right litttle finger - no one wants to shake hands with me now . Thanks to all for the sympathy comments. They do make me feel better upstairs..... but the finger still hurts. Getting the pin put in so the bone will fuse should abate most of the pain - at least that is what the hand surgeon is telling me. Randy, Nancy and Oscar "The Great White" - 2004 Volvo VNL670, D12, 10-speed, converted to single axle pulling a Keystone Cambridge 5th wheel, 40', 4 slides and about 19,000# with empty tanks. ARS - WB4BZX, Electrical Engineer, Master Electrician, D.Ed., Professor Emeritus - Happily Retired! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyates007 Posted December 7, 2015 Report Share Posted December 7, 2015 Hope they can get you fused and healing soon. That is some serious mangling no doubt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdickinson Posted December 7, 2015 Report Share Posted December 7, 2015 Sorry to disappoint you but bone injuries ache. Why stay coherent? Incoherent will make the time go faster. May see you in Florida. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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